Istanbul Grill House

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-11-06

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Istanbul Grill House is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 91 Church Road, Hove, BN3 2BA, in the Brighton and Hove local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 November 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Brighton and Hove oversees 2,999 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Brighton and Hove is 4.7 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Takeaway/sandwich shop
Address
91 Church Road, Hove
Postcode
BN3 2BA
Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
207951

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Istanbul Grill House?

Istanbul Grill House has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Brighton and Hove.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?

A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.

When was Istanbul Grill House last inspected?

Istanbul Grill House was last inspected on 2024-11-06. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Istanbul Grill House improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Istanbul Grill House located?

Istanbul Grill House is located at 91 Church Road, Hove , BN3 2BA, in the Brighton and Hove local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BN3 postcode area.